Who is eligible for the MEXT Scholarship?

International students; embassy or university route. It funds UG / Master's / PhD study in Japan.

What is the MEXT Scholarship deadline?

Typically April–June. Always confirm exact dates on the official scholarship website.

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JapanGovernmentUG / Master's / PhD

Japanese government scholarship — no tuition + monthly stipend. Compare it with other awards in the free Scholarship Finder.

Award	Fully funded
Country	Japan
Level	UG / Master's / PhD
Type	Government
Eligibility	International students; embassy or university route
Deadline	April–June

Confirm you meet the eligibility (International students; embassy or university route).
Secure your university admission / nomination where required.
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Submit before the April–June deadline on the official portal.

Always verify amounts, eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship website.

Who is eligible for the MEXT Scholarship?: International students; embassy or university route. It funds UG / Master's / PhD study in Japan.
How much does the MEXT Scholarship cover?: Fully funded. Japanese government scholarship — no tuition + monthly stipend.
What is the MEXT Scholarship deadline?: Typically April–June. Always confirm exact dates on the official scholarship website.